VVB Engineering

31/01/2024

Join Our Growing Team!

We are excited to announce that we are expanding our team and looking for talented individuals to join our business! If you're passionate about what you do and want to be part of a dynamic and innovative organisation, we would love to hear from you.

At VVB Engineering, we offer a collaborative work environment where your ideas and contributions are valued. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to work with a diverse team of professionals who are dedicated to making a difference in our industry.

VVB Engineering values the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to treating all prospective and current employees with dignity regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, s*x or s*xual orientation.

Don't miss this chance to join a forward thinking company at the forefront of our industry. To view our vacancies please visit our careers website at https://lnkd.in/djqPXRj

30/01/2024

VVB Engineering are delighted to share that Anthro JV, a JV between VVB Engineering and Egis, has been appointed to support the delivery of Old Oak Common Station, the London interchange for HS2 (High Speed Two) Ltd. As a new ‘super-hub’, Old Oak Common Station is set to be the best-connected and largest new railway station ever constructed in Britain.

As part of the Anthro JV, VVB Engineering and Egis will provide comprehensive turn-key services for London’s state-of-the-art HS2 gateway station, including mechanical, electrical, public health, fire and communications systems.

Andrew Jellis, CEO at VVB Engineering, said: "We are looking forward to working with both our partners Egis, and clients BBVS and HS2 on this scheme. The Anthro team has worked hard to establish a values-led, output focused strategy for delivering Old Oak Common and VVB are excited to be a part of this nationally significant project."

17/08/2022

18/07/2022

WE ARE HIRING!!

TUNNELLING FITTERS & ELECTRICIAN'S REQUIRED

Location – London and surrounding areas.

Rates - From £335 - £450+ per shift
(Uplifts on the weekend and bonus where applicable)

Electricians and Fitters Required for Tunnelling Works in and around London – Great Rates!!

At VVB, we are currently recruiting for major infrastructure projects based in London and surrounding areas for the following roles:
Electrical and Mechanical Foreman
Electrical and Mechanical Chargehands
TBM Electricians and Mechanical Fitters
Micro tunnelling Electricians and Mechanical Fitters
SCL Electricians and Mechanical Fitters
Surface Electricians
Surface Mechanical Fitters
PLC Electricians
Locomotive Electricians/Mechanical Fitters
TSTS, TEEPS and IPAF desirable.

Qualifications to include:

Electricians
Must hold a valid JIB ECS Gold card and have the 18th Edition
Experience in temporary LV and HV systems, switching & isolations, pumps, motors, conveyors etc.

Mechanical Fitters
Must hold a valid CSCS Gold Card and NVQ Level 3 in a relevant mechanical discipline
Experience in Heavy Industry such as construction plant, diesel, hydraulics, pumps, conveyors.

To apply, please use the link below or for further information, please send us a message.

NO EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES.

VVB Website - https://vvb-eng.com/

15/07/2022

We are excited to announce that we have been awarded a framework contract to help deliver M&E and Technology improvements on the M25 motorway network for Connect Plus Services.

VVB Engineering will help deliver this diverse and dynamic programme of work centred around improving customer experience, with a continued focus on safety, efficiency and effective delivery.

This award further establishes VVB Engineering as an industry leader on the UK road network and we are proud to be play our part on what is known as on one of the busiest and most important roads in the UK.

We are Systems Led Infrastructure with Integrity.

14/07/2022

VVB Engineering’s, Stuart Quarterman MCIOB, MIET, LCGI, MinstLM presented at the ITA COSUF 6th Bi-Annual Tunnel Safety Forum in Brussels where he shared our approach to systems led infrastructure projects and the challenges we faced upgrading the Blackwall Northbound tunnel.

This year’s conference allowed a wide range of experts to share their experiences and to discuss best practice, tunnel safety and innovations from around the world.

The ITA COSUF is the Centre of Excellence for world-wide exchange of information and know-how on operational safety, security, and application of technology in underground spaces.

A great conference to attend, connecting with like-minded individuals.

To learn more about Systems-Led Infrastructure, read our feature article in the The Times's Future of Infrastructure report by clicking on the link below:

https://lnkd.in/dGyV-4c3

30/03/2022

Following our Times article last week VVB Engineering are excited to be able to present our new ‘Systems Led Infrastructure’ video. It outlines our understanding of the Systems Led concept and VVB Engineering’s service offering across the entire delivery lifespan of Infrastructure projects.

It starts to explore our thoughts on how a focus on Outputs at the start of a scheme can benefit societal and Net Zero targets in addition to pure construction ones. We hope you enjoy.

https://lnkd.in/dGyV-4c3

28/03/2022

WE ARE RECRUITING!

Trainee H&S Advisor

Our Trainee Programme.

As a trainee at VVB, we’ll equip you with the skills, knowledge and experience you’ll need to become a qualified H&S Advisor. We’ll reward you with a starting salary of £18,000 - £21,000 a year. And on top of your salary, you’ll also have access to employee benefits package.

This is a three-year programme, where you can look forward to:

-A work-based learning programme designed to provide you with maximum exposure to our business and the wider infrastructure industry
-Achieving nationally recognised qualifications in Health and Safety Management along with site-based competencies which are industry recognised.
-A defined development route to achieve Chartered Status with the Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH)
-Getting involved in a range of projects and initiatives on top of your everyday role, giving you the chance to develop at a fast pace
-Exposure to our Executive Leadership Team and a unique opportunity to learn from colleagues leading our business
-Building your professional network working with colleagues from across the infrastructure industry
-Understanding of legal duties and compliance regarding Health, Safety, and the environment

The role.

The H&S Advisor is responsible for assisting the existing SSW Team in providing health, safety and environmental advice and support to sites and office locations creating an ethos of collaboration and shared purpose between the Safe, Sustainability, Wellbeing Function and other VVB employees and functions.

Key Responsibilities.

-Providing health, safety, and environmental advice to our infrastructure-based projects
-Writing health, safety, and environmental based reports from our systems such as Notify, Power BI and A-Site
-Assisting in the flow of and where required produce health, safety and environmental based information required for projects and offices such as toolbox talks, presentations, records, and communications
-Assisting with campaigns linked to Safe, Sustainable or Wellbeing
-Co-ordination of internal and external training, briefings, meetings, and other activities linked to project delivery
-Assisting the SSW Team with inspections, audits and relevant information linked to these
-Supporting and updating the health, safety, and environmental elements of VVB intranet ‘CORE’
-Engaging and working with our customers and other contractors' health and safety teams as appropriate

Key Qualifications.

-5 GCSE’s A*- C or 8 to 4 including English and Maths or equivalent

Key Skills.

-IT skills
-Written skills I.e. report writing, communication to employees
-Planning skills (Time and workload)

What we offer..

-Competitive salaries and yearly appraisals
-Travel expenses to locations outside of your contracted location
-Perkbox giving you 24/7 access to perks, benefits, discounts and wellbeing tools
-3 x Life Assurancecovered under the VVB Group Life Assurance scheme, provided by Canada Life
-Private Medical Insurance scheme, provided by BUPA, inclusive of an online private GP
-Pension scheme (4% ER and 5% EE)
-25 days holiday + bank holidays (3-4 to be used for Christmas shut down)

This role’s contracted location will be at a VVB Office Location. You will be required to travel to sites and offices as and when required, in line with COVID-19 guidelines.

VVB values the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to treating all prospective and current employees with dignity regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, s*x or s*xual orientation.All employees must demonstrate commitment and enthusiasm in promoting the principles of equality in employment and service delivery.

Does VVB sound like a company you would like to work for? Do you want to be part of our trainee programme which will provide you a career in health and safety within the Infrastructure Industry? Follow the link below and complete our Trainee Programme application form

https://vvbengineering.octo-firstclass.co.uk/candidates/account/login/129417?aisId=12&rmId=3230&src=3

NO EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES.

Please enter your contact details below; we will use these details to contact you regarding your applications so please ensure that this information is accurate.

28/03/2022

WE ARE RECRUITING!
Trainee Safe, Sustainable and Wellbeing (SSW) Coordinator

Our Trainee Programme..

As a trainee at VVB, we’ll equip you with the skills, knowledge and experience you’ll need to become a qualified Safe, Sustainable and Wellbeing Co-ordinator. We’ll reward you with a starting salary of £18,000 - £21,000 a year. And on top of your salary, you’ll also have access to employee benefits package.

This is a three-year programme, where you can look forward to:

-A work-based learning programme designed to provide you with maximum exposure to our business and the wider infrastructure industry
-Achieving nationally recognised Level 3 qualification in Business Administration along with nationally recognised audit qualifications
-Getting involved in a range of projects and initiatives on top of your everyday role, giving you the chance to develop at a fast pace
-Exposure to our Executive Leadership Team and a unique opportunity to learn from colleagues leading our business
-Building your professional network working with colleagues from across the infrastructure industry
-Understanding of legal duties and compliance in regard to Safe, Sustainability and Wellbeing

The role..

The SSW Coordinator is responsible for managing, assisting, and collaborating the administrative element of our approach to Safe, Sustainable and Wellbeing. This includes providing administrative support to the VVB SSW Team, projects and office locations.

Key Responsibilities.

-Recording and managing Safe, Sustainable and Wellbeing Data
-Authoring Data based reports from our systems such as Notify, Power BI and A-Site
-Co-ordinating the flow of SSW information required for projects and offices such as toolbox talks, presentations, records, and communications
-Assisting with campaigns linked to Safe, Sustainable or Wellbeing
-Assist with delivering social value such as volunteering
-Co-ordination of internal and external training, briefings, meetings, and other activities linked to project delivery
-Assisting the SSW Team with inspections, audits and relevant information linked to these
-Supporting and updating the VVB intranet ‘CORE’
-Other administrative tasks as required

Key Qualifications.

-5 GCSE’s A*- C or 8 to 4 including English and Maths or equivalent

Key Skills.

-IT skills
-Written skills I.e. report writing, communication to employees
-Planning skills (Time and workload)

What we offer..

-Competitive salaries and yearly appraisals
-Travel expenses to locations outside of your contracted location
-Perkbox giving you 24/7 access to perks, benefits, discounts and wellbeing tools
-3 x Life Assurance covered under the VVB Group Life Assurance scheme, provided by Canada Life
-Private Medical Insurance scheme, provided by BUPA, inclusive of an online private GP
-Pension scheme (4% ER and 5% EE)
-25 days holiday + bank holidays (3-4 to be used for Christmas shut down)

This role’s contracted location will be at a VVB Office Location. You will be required to travel to sites and offices as and when required, in line with COVID-19 guidelines.

VVB values the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to treating all prospective and current employees with dignity regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, s*x or s*xual orientation. All employees must demonstrate commitment and enthusiasm in promoting the principles of equality in employment and service delivery.

Does VVB sound like a company you would like to work for? Do you want to be part of our trainee programme which will provide you a career within the Infrastructure Industry? Follow the link below and complete our Trainee Programme application form

https://vvbengineering.octo-firstclass.co.uk/candidates/account/login/129419?aisId=12&rmId=3230&src=3

NO EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES.

Please enter your contact details below; we will use these details to contact you regarding your applications so please ensure that this information is accurate.

11/02/2022

The Commercial and Procurement Team are hiring!

Following the growth of the business on the back of some recent new projects secured, we have some exciting opportunities at VVB within the Commercial and Procurement Team.

Our Commercial and Procurement Team are an integral and valued part of the business and with the growth comes opportunity for our people. We are looking for professionals who would like to be part of a results driven, fast paced, hard-working team and are looking for a career with progression, recognition and reward. We are committed to the development of our people with dedicated self-delivered monthly Commercial and Procurement training sessions and an RICS APC programme delivered by an RICS assessor to help our professionals achieve their chartership. Although Mechanical and Engineering experience is desired, our main focus is on commercial acumen, behaviours and ambition and will consider candidates from all sectors within the construction industry.

The current vacancies available are:
Transportation Sector (Rail and Highways)
• Senior Commercial Manager
• Senior Quantity Surveyor
• Quantity Surveyor (Highways)
Power and Utilities Sector
• Senior Quantity Surveyor
• Quantity Surveyor
• Assistant Quantity Surveyor
Procurement
• Buyer/Senior Buyer
• Procurement Manager

VVB delivers sustainable mechanical, electrical and telecommunication engineering solutions with expertise and long-standing experience across Rail, Highways, Power, and Tunnels. Combining robust processes with specialist agility. Our approach to projects always takes into account the best interests of our clients, our people and our environment.

Our CORE Values are important to us, and are part of everything we do.

C – Care & Collaboration
O – Opportunity & Ownership
R – Responsibility & Respect
E – Excellence & End Result Focus

Are you interested in working for VVB’s Commercial and Procurement Team?

Please visit our website to complete an application form - VVB Engineering - Career site (vvb-eng.com)

17/01/2022

VVB delivers sustainable mechanical, electrical and telecommunication engineering solutions with expertise and long-standing experience across Rail, Highways, Power, and Tunnels. Combining robust processes with specialist agility. Our approach to projects always takes into account the best interests of our clients, our people and our environment.

At VVB, we are currently recruiting for a H&S Advisor. The H&S Advisor will be responsible for providing health and safety advice and support to both site and office locations specifically for the Highways Sector, creating an ethos of collaboration and shared purpose between the Safe, Sustainability, Wellbeing and other VVB employees and departments.

Website: https://vvb-eng.com/

Core Values: https://vvb-eng.com/who-we-are/

Key Responsibilities

- Provide support, guidance and advice to highways offices, depots and site locations on health, safety and environmental matters, in-line with the VVB Management Systems
- Conduct inspections and audits across VVB Highways Frameworks, projects and depots ensuring improvement actions are issued, implemented, and embedded based on the ethos of continuous improvement
- Conduct Toolbox Talks, brief safety alerts, and assist in customer briefings when called upon.
- Provide coaching & instruction to highways sector employees and contractors with regards to health and safety
- Conduct site health and safety training as required
- Attend and provide health and safety input at Project Meetings
- Ensure all incidents, observations and suggestions are correctly reported and support is provided to the team to close out and address the raised issues.
- Represent VVB as the Highways Health and Safety Lead with our customers such as National Highways, Connect Plus and local authorities.
- Produce and maintain Highways specific Health, Safety and Environmental performance indicators including customer indicators
- Work with the Highways Teams to deliver continuous improvement across the sector
- Support accreditations such as HERS, National Highways Sector Scheme and other highway focussed accreditations.

Who We Are Looking For

Essential

Previous experience as a Health and Safety Advisor within a Highways Environment.
Previous experience working on National Highways schemes
NEBOSH Construction Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
CSCS/ ECS card
Full UK driver’s license
Desirable

Working knowledge of National Highways Sector Schemes and Highways Electrical Registration Scheme
Working knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001
Previous experience of working in an electrical/ mechanical trade
NEBOSH Diploma/ NCRQ Diploma
Internal 45001 Auditor
Mental Health First Aider
HERS Card
This position is project based and offers the opportunity for home-working for 1-2 days per week. In return we offer a competitive salary and package including 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, private medical insurance, pension scheme and more!

VVB values the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to treating all prospective and current employees with dignity regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, s*x or s*xual orientation.

All employees must demonstrate commitment and enthusiasm in promoting the principles of equality in employment and service delivery.

NO EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES

17/01/2022

VVB delivers sustainable mechanical, electrical and telecommunication engineering solutions with expertise and long-standing experience across Rail, Highways, Power, and Tunnels. Combining robust processes with specialist agility. Our approach to projects always takes into account the best interests of our clients, our people and our environment.

At VVB, we are currently recruiting for a Senior Planner. A key role within the department of Planning ensures that the Tunnelling / Power Projects are given necessary support during design, installation and handover to perform at its optimum level from a delivery, commercial, financial and resource perspective.

VVB Website - vvb-eng.com

Careers Microsite - https://careers.vvb-eng.com/vacancies

Core Values - https://vvb-eng.com/who-we-are/

Key Responsibilities

- Review sector wide tenders and prepare tender programs for small to medium size tenders and provide support to Head of planning in road sector tenders.
- Preparing Cost & Resource loaded programmes covering Complete Scope of works as per Contract.
- Create / Maintain a Robust logically linked, cost & resource loaded programme on the project.
- Preparing Programmes and progress narratives for all updated Programmes.
- Carry Out Resource Leveling & resource forecast to assist with labor forecast regularly.
- Ensure the team provide comprehensive programme updates, reviewing work before it is submitted.
- Updating Project programme on weekly basis & issue progress dashboard. Prepare / Submit Weekly Site Progress Photo Reports.
- Carrying Out impact assessment and presenting delay programmes, cause & effect programmes.
- Supporting Planning Team by carrying out similar duties on VVB Projects nationally as requested by the Head of Planning.
- Implementing & maintaining the VVB Planning Standards on all Project Programmes.

What we are looking for..

Can evidence substantial career experience in planning.
NVQ/HNC or equivalent.
Be a competent and have experience in the production of planning related documentation.
Previously worked within the infrastructure environment (utilities/civils etc)
Understanding the importance of achieving customer satisfaction by maintaining the highest level of standards.
Experience and detailed knowledge of planning software and its operational requirements.
Be aware of the inter-discipline requirements of design and construct projects.
Collaborative work approach.
Decisive and works well under pressure.
Flexible, ‘can do’ attitude in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to liaise on technical matters at all levels.
This role will be based in London but you will be required to travel to sites and offices as and when required, in line with COVID-19 guidelines. In return we offer a competitive salary and package including 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, private medical insurance, pension scheme and more!

VVB values the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to treating all prospective and current employees with dignity regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, s*x or s*xual orientation.

All employees must demonstrate commitment and enthusiasm in promoting the principles of equality in employment and service delivery.

NO EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES.